CVE-2015-9340: Malicious File Upload

Published Aug 22, 2019
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Updated

The wp-file-upload plugin before 3.0.0 for WordPress has insufficient restrictions on upload of php, js, pht, php3, php4, php5, phtml, htm, html, and htaccess files.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Iptanus Wordpress File Upload Wordpress<3.0.0

Event History

Aug 22, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:01 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:01 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2015-9340?

CVE-2015-9340 is a vulnerability in the wp-file-upload plugin for WordPress that allows for the unrestricted upload of certain file types.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2015-9340?

CVE-2015-9340 has a severity value of 7.5, which is considered high.

3

Which files are affected by CVE-2015-9340?

CVE-2015-9340 affects php, js, pht, php3, php4, php5, phtml, htm, html, and htaccess files.

4

How can I fix CVE-2015-9340?

To fix CVE-2015-9340, update the wp-file-upload plugin to version 3.0.0 or higher.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2015-9340?

More information about CVE-2015-9340 can be found at the following link: [https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-file-upload/#developers](https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-file-upload/#developers).

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